Why does dew formation decrease when clouds cover the sky at night?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Clouds reduce cooling by trapping terrestrial longwave radiation
Clouds trap outgoing heat and reduce cooling to the dew point. In exams, treat clouds as a night heat blanket.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Clouds reduce cooling by trapping terrestrial longwave radiation
Why is this the correct answer?
Clouds trap outgoing heat and reduce cooling to the dew point. In exams, treat clouds as a night heat blanket.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Geography question. Chapter: Water in the Atmosphere. Topic: Forms of condensation: dew, frost, fog, and mist.